Disney Cruise Line Closure – Updates, Refunds & FAQs

If you have a trip on the Disney Cruise Line coming up, you now have to modify those plans. In fact, it’s just been announced that all new sailings on the Disney Cruise Line have been suspended. What does that mean for your vacation? We’re going to break it all down for you.

In this post, we are going to explain why the Disney Cruise Line has temporarily closed and what that means for guests booking their trips. We are going to keep you updated with the latest Disney Cruise itinerary cancellations, changes to the Disney Cruise policies and keep you updated with the very latest information you need to know.

(Update 6/23/20) – The Disney Cruise Line has announced that it is canceling all Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream sailings through at least September 15, 2020.

This comes as no shock as all Disney Magic sailings are already canceled through October 2, 2020, and Disney Wonder sailings are suspended through September 14.

As for when the Disney Cruise Line will start operating again, CEO Bob Chapek recently said that the Disney Cruise ships will not be running “for the next few months.” It was also mentioned that the Disney Cruise Line will likely be the last section of the travel division to come back online, after the theme parks open.

Read more in the News section below about these stories…

We will explain to you how to cancel and get a refund for your Disney Cruise vacation, how to reschedule your trip and whether or not it’s a good idea to take a Disney cruise even after they start sailing again. The future impact the situation is having on the Disney Cruise Line and the cruise industry, in general, is going to be huge so we’ll go over what we know so far.

Think of this as “Disney Cruise Line Suspension 101” where we try to answer all of your FAQs about the closure and future impact.

It’s important to note that we are NOT medical experts, nor have we ever claimed to be. We will not be giving you any advice on the virus itself nor what you should do if you have it. If you want more information about the situation, we suggest seeking out reliable medical advice from your doctor or online resources you can trust.

Also, you can check the Official Disney Cruise Line website for all the latest policy changes, cancelations and refund information.

Some such resources include:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website (CDC)
• World Health Organization’s page – This has good advice and guidelines regarding the prevention and care of the disease.
• U.S. Department of State’s Alert Bulletin – This will let you know the current outbreak level and any travel advisories you need to be aware of.

Once it opens back up again, we also are not going to tell you definitively when you should or shouldn’t take a Disney Cruise, but give you the latest updates and facts so that you can make up your mind and make the right decision for you and your family.

If you are worried about traveling to the Disney Parks, read our post on Disney World Closure. There we talk about the impact this situation is having on all the Disney theme parks, domestic and international. All Disney theme parks worldwide are now closed and we have all the latest updates on closures, travel advice and what Disney is doing about it.

The important thing to remember is that whatever the situation is today it’s likely to change tomorrow. How it’s affecting cruise ships and travel in general is an ever-changing animal, that’s why it’s important to keep up-to-date on the very latest information.

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If we forgot to mention something about the Disney Cruise Line closure you wanted an answer to, feel free to ask us in the comments section below and we’ll do our best to help you out!

Latest Disney Cruise Line News & Updates

Ever since cruise ships started getting affected, we’ve been closely watching the situation, specifically as it relates to the Disney Cruise Line and the potential impact for guests and the company as a whole. This is one of the fastest moving situations you will see with things changing daily.

In order to stay on top of things, you need the latest information. Here are the newest updates regarding the Disney Cruise Line closures…

News (6/23/20) – Disney Cruise Line Extends Disney Dream and Fantasy Cancellations Through September 15

As the closure of the cruise industry carries on, the Disney Cruise Line is now making more cancellations They just recently announced that all Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream sailings have now been suspended through at least September 15, 2020.

The latest round of cancellations from Disney follows the Disney Magic sailings which are now suspended through at least October 2, 2020. The Disney Wonder has all sailings canceled through September 14, 2020.

Honestly, this news comes at no shock seeing the current state of the cruise industry. All major cruise lines have extended cancellations, and unlike the theme park industry, there is no reopenings on the immediate horizon.

This latest announcement by Disney adds the following new Disney Cruise sailings to the list of canceled ones:

Disney Dream –

• Jul 31 – Aug 3
• Aug 3 – Aug 7
• Aug 7 – Aug 10
• Aug 10 – Aug 14
• Aug 14 – Aug 17
• Aug 17 – Aug 21
• Aug 21 – Aug 24
• Aug 24 – Aug 27
• Aug 27 – Aug 30
• Aug 30 – Sep 3
• Sep 3 – Sep 6
• Sep 6 – Sep 10
• Sep 10 – Sep 14
• Sep 14 – Sep 18

Disney Fantasy –

• Aug 1 – Aug 8
• Aug 8 – Aug 15
• Aug 15 – Aug 22
• Aug 22 – Aug 25
• Aug 25 – Aug 28
• Aug 28 – Aug 31
• Aug 31 – Sep 4
• Sep 4 – Sep 7
• Sep 7 – Sep 12
• Sep 12 – Sep 19

The Disney Cruise Line is a member of The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which has announced that its Board of Directors has voted to extend the suspension of cruise operations at U.S. ports until September 15, 2020. All ships under the CDC’s No Sail Order fall under this extension.

All that means that no cruises are going to be departing before at least September 15, 2020, and maybe beyond.

As usual, for any guests affected by this latest group of cancellations, Disney is offering a 125% value credit to be used toward a future Disney Cruise, or a full refund on the amount you’ve paid so far. This credit is non-refundable and must be used by March 31, 2022.

At this point we don’t know if cancellations will continue to happen after this or not.

Obviously Disney wants to put the well-being of its guests and staff first, so until health authorities determine that it’s safe to cruise again, these cancellations will continue to happen.

See the Refunds section in this article for more info.

News (6/2/20) – Disney Cruise Line Extends Future Cruise Credits to March 2022

With no reopening still in site, the Disney Cruise Line is extending future cruise credit expiration dates to give guests more time to reschedule their vacation.

Previously, the expiration on future cruise credits was 15 months from the original sail date. Now, they have changed it and guests will have until March 31, 2022 to use the credits.

In some cases that is 20+ months of time they an re-book a cruise.

The affected guests who have already paid for their cruise can choose one of these future cruise credits of 125% of the price paid, or collect a full refund.

Disney has chosen to extend the expiration dates as it is still not know when the Disney Cruise Line will be able to reopen. Disney CEO Bob Chapek has said that cruises will be the last area of Disney’s travel division to reopen, and no hints have been given to when that might be.

Stay tune for more soon…

Disney Cruise Line Closure

As shocking as it is to even write this, the Dinsey Cruise Line has temporarily suspended all future sailings and itineraries. We never thought we’d see a time where all the parks are closed and no cruise ships are sailing, but sadly we’re here.

Because things are spreading so quickly, Disney has been forced to temporarily stop the operation of the Disney Cruise ships. From Saturday, March 14, all new Disney Cruise itineraries are suspended until at least July 27, and some suspended until October.

Disney went to great lengths to train its crew and guests about the proper sanitary health but in the end, things were out of their hands. The U.S. State Department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are advising American travelers to not go on a cruise at this time and Disney is cooperating with these guidelines as well as other cruise companies.

Everyone is shocked by what is going on right now and will need some time to digest it all, and what it means for you.

We know you are concerned about your upcoming Disney Cruise and what all this means for you and your family. Disney is extremely overwhelmed with guest calls right now, so if you aren’t able to get through on the phone or online, don’t be surprised. They will get back to guests as fast as they can.

We will keep updating you as more information is bound to come out in the coming days and weeks. Right now try to just relax, be patient and take care of your family in this difficult time.

Disney will take care of its guests, they always do. Now, let’s see what we know about the Disney Cruise Line closure up to this point…

Official Statement from Disney

Here is what Disney had to say in their official statement:

With the well-being of our Guests and team members our top priority, and in line with direction from health experts and government officials, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Disney Cruise Line has suspended:

• Disney Magic sailings through October 2, 2020
• Disney Wonder sailings through September 14, 2020
• Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy sailings through July 27, 2020

Guests booked on affected sailings will be offered the choice of a cruise credit to be used for a future sailing or a full refund. These Guests and travel agents will receive an email from Disney Cruise Line outlining details and next steps.

Guests who booked their reservation through a travel agent should contact them directly with any questions. Those who booked directly with Disney Cruise Line and have questions after receiving their email should call us at (866) 325-6685 or (407) 566-7797.”

Kelly Craighead, President and CEO of CLIA said: “This is an unprecedented situation. Our industry has taken responsibility for protecting public health for more than 50 years, working under the guidance of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and prides itself on its ability to deliver exceptional vacation experiences for guests, as well as meaningful employment opportunities for crew. This has been a challenging time, but we hope that this decision will enable us to focus on the future and return to normal as soon as possible.”

What Disney Cruise Line Itineraries Are Cancelled?

All Disney Cruise Line itineraries and sailings after March 14, 2020, are canceled through at least September 18, 2020, with the Disney Magic canceled through October 8 and the Disney Fantasy through September 19.

This closure includes all 4 Disney Cruise Ships, the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream. Castaway Cay will also be closed during this time.

• Disney Magic – Canceled through October 8
• Disney Wonder – Canceled through September 18
• Disney Dream – Canceled through September 18
• Disney Fantasy – Canceled through September 19

Right now the following itineraries have been canceled:

Disney Magic –

• June 22 – July 1 (9-Night Mediterranean Cruise)
• July 1 – 13 (12-Night Mediterranean Cruise)
• July 13 – July 18 (5-Night Mediterranean Cruise)
• July 18 – July 25 (7-Night Mediterranean Cruise)
• July 25 – Aug 5 (11-Night Mediterranean Cruise)
• Aug 5 – Aug 13
• Aug 13 – Aug 20
• Aug 20 – Aug 30
• Aug 30 – Sep 6
• Sep 6 – Sep 13
• Sep 13 – Sep 18
• Oct 2 – Oct 8

Disney Wonder –

• June 22-29 (7-Night Alaska Cruise)
• June 29-July 6 (7-Night Alaska Cruise)
• July 6 – July 13 (7-Night Alaska Cruise)
• July 13 – July 20 (7-Night Alaska Cruise)
• July 20 – July 27 (7-Night Alaska Cruise)
• July 27 – Aug 3 (7-Night Alaska Cruise)
• Aug 3 – Aug 10
• Aug 10 – Aug 17
• Aug 17 – Aug 24
• Aug 31 – Sep 7
• Sep 7 – Sep 14
• Sep 14 – Sep 18

Disney Dream –

• June 21 – June 26 (5-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• June 26 – July 1 (5-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 1 – July 5 (4-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 5 – July 10 (5-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 10 – July 13 (3-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 13 – July 17 (4-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 17 – July 20 (3-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 20 – July 24 (4-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 24 – July 27 (3-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• July 27 – July 31 (4-Night Bahamas Cruise)
• Jul 31 – Aug 3
• Aug 3 – Aug 7
• Aug 7 – Aug 10
• Aug 10 – Aug 14
• Aug 14 – Aug 17
• Aug 17 – Aug 21
• Aug 21 – Aug 24
• Aug 24 – Aug 27
• Aug 27 – Aug 30
• Aug 30 – Sep 3
• Sep 3 – Sep 6
• Sep 6 – Sep 10
• Sep 10 – Sep 14
• Sep 14 – Sep 18

Disney Fantasy –

• June 20 – June 27 (7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise)
• June 27 – July 6 (9-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise)
• July 6 – July 11 (5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise)
• July 11 – July 18 (7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise)
• July 18 – July 25 (7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise)
• July 25 – Aug 1 (7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise)
• Aug 1 – Aug 8
• Aug 8 – Aug 15
• Aug 15 – Aug 22
• Aug 22 – Aug 25
• Aug 25 – Aug 28
• Aug 28 – Aug 31
• Aug 31 – Sep 4
• Sep 4 – Sep 7
• Sep 7 – Sep 12
• Sep 12 – Sep 19

If more Disney Cruise sailings are canceled, we will add them to the list above.

Canadian Sailings

The Canadian government announced they will not allow any ship with more than 500 passengers to dock in any Canadian port from now until July 1, at the earliest.

Disney has canceled all scheduled sailings leaving Vancouver through September 18, 2020. They are currently evaluating various options, but no Canadian sailings will depart until U.S. sailings also start back up again. Once a decision has been made, they will reach out to guests scheduled on those sailings. Please wait to contact Disney until you have received an email.

When is Disney Cruise Line Reopening?

The biggest question on your mind is when will the Disney Cruise Line reopen and begin sailing again? Right now no one knows for sure, not even Disney or the authorities.

The official statement from the Disney Cruise Line says itineraries are canceled until September 18. That date is a guess however and should be taken with a grain of salt. This date can be changed at any time and Disney could still extend it into August and maybe beyond.

In line with this, the CDC has extended its “No Sail” order to 100 days from the initial order on March 14. Technically that would bring us to June 19, but since the Disney Cruise Line has suspended sailings through Mid-September already we expect the CDC to also reevaluate their recommendations.

Honestly, the current health situation still not resolved and personal travel still up in the air, it’s anyone’s guess when cruises will be operational again. I have no insider info into the situation but seeing how much this pandemic is spreading and how the tight quarters of a cruise ship are one of the places most susceptible to spreading illnesses, I wouldn’t expect to see new sailings before September.

If you have a Disney Cruise coming up before October, don’t expect to take it. Even if you have after that, I would think very seriously about rescheduling it to a future date. I probably wouldn’t feel comfortable pushing it back to anything before 2021 at this point as 2020 sailings are in serious doubt.

Of course, we will continue to update you as soon as we know when the Disney Cruise Line is reopening, so stay tuned.

Getting a Refund for Disney Cruise

Even though all these cruise sailings are being canceled, the good thing is that Disney is giving guests a 125% full credit of the value of their cruise vacation to be used toward a future Disney Cruise Line itinerary or a full refund.

Any guests with reservations during the closure period (now through July 27, or beyond if necessary) are eligible for this credit.

• One option is a Full Refund. If you choose to get a refund, Disney will give you back the full amount for your cruise that you’ve already paid.
• Future Credits are 125% of the price of your cruise (on most sailings) and are valid for sailings with departures through July 27, 2020. This credit must be used by March 31, 2022.

While getting credit for a future cruise is nice, with the economic problems that millions of people are now going through, it’s also nice to have the option of getting a full refund. This will be a big help for people in light of the current situation. Disney World and Disneyland are also offering a full refund during the affected dates.

If Disney updates the dates with more itineraries affected, we will let you know ASAP!

What Should You Do?

Disney is asking that due to the extremely high volume of calls they are receiving right now, to wait until they contact YOU about getting a refund in an email. You will either hear from Disney directly or through your travel agent depending on how you booked your package.

Disney knows you have a cruise scheduled, so there is no need to worry. So sit tight and wait for Disney to contact you about it.

If considerable time goes by or you have another specific question not covered we recommend first reaching out to your travel agent for help. If you need to contact Disney directly you can call the Contact Center at 1-866-325-2112 or 407-566-3510. Again, expect to wait a long time as call volumes are going to be insane in this period.

Future Sailings Past July

Right now Disney is not changing any itineraries past the ones already listed and all itineraries past July are continuing as normal.

Contact your Disney travel agent or call Disney directly at 1-866-325-2112 or 407-566-3510 for more questions.

European Sailings

All Disney Magic Mediterranean sailings have been canceled through August 5, 2020.

• Disney is continuing to closely monitor the situation in Europe and will follow the guidance of public officials there. This includes whether or not it’s safe to disembark there or if these itineraries are canceled.
• Guests currently booked on European sailings through a July 27 departure can change their reservation up until the day before embarkation and receive a 125% cruise credit to be used for a future sailing. This new booking must take place within 15 months of their original sail date.
• If you choose to re-book your trip at a future date, this reservation is non-refundable.

Contact your Disney travel agent or call Disney directly at 1-866-325-2112 or 407-566-3510.

Rescheduling Your Cruise

By rescheduling your cruise you can also use that money you’ve already paid toward your trip for a future Disney Cruise. Since the value is at least 100% of what you paid, this might also be a good option for you.

The above dates in the refund section also apply if you want to reschedule your trip.

There are a couple of things you want to keep in mind if you are rescheduling rather than asking for a full refund:

• You must pay the difference in the new cruise package. That means if your cruise cost $3,000 before but you want to switch it to a new date where it costs $4,000, you have to pay the difference.
• 125% future credits. Both the 125% and 100% future credit offers must be used for a future sailing by March 31, 2022.

Again, wait for the email from Disney to take action or reach out to your travel agent first. If you need to contact Disney directly, you can do it at the number listed in the section above.

Future Impact on Disney and Cruise Industry

Besides the immediate impact that is happening to current cruise itineraries, it’s also creating a bigger problem for the future of the Disney Cruise Line and the cruise industry in general.

Even more so than the parks, things are very scary for the cruise market right now. Earlier in February, more than 690 passengers on Carnival Cruise Line’s Diamond Princess in Japan were quarantined for two weeks after some guests testing positive for the virus. 4 of those passengers died.

Numerous ships have been denied entry at ports in these months and because of these events, all U.S. cruise lines like Royal Caribbean and Carnival have had to cancel their trip itineraries for the next 30 days. This has left thousands of guests to cancel upcoming cruises beyond that window due to fear of being infected or being trapped on a ship for weeks.

Because of the cruise closures and fears surrounding the current set of circumstances right now, Disney is losing millions of dollars on lower cruise bookings. Of course, Disney is one of the biggest companies in the world and can handle some losses, but this could escalate out of hand if the virus doesn’t slow down in the near future.

Disney Stock has fallen to $97 per share (as of 3/30), much of which is due to a fear of continued lower attendance at the theme parks and fewer Disney Cruise Line bookings. From talking with Disney Travel Agents recently, cruise line bookings have come to a screeching halt, and many are afraid they won’t pick up anytime soon.

The problem is not just the effect the closure is having on Disney’s 2020 2nd Quarter, but even if things are wrapped up and contained tomorrow, there will still be an impact on their bottom-line for the rest of the year.

There is also a chance fewer Disney Cruise Line bookings and decreased revenue might delay the arrival of the 3 new ships expected to arrive in 2022, 2023 and 2024 respectively. It could also delay the opening of Disney’s second private island located at Lighthouse Point in the Bahamas.

We hope that isn’t the case, but to ignore the financial impact the closure is having on Disney as a whole would be turning a blind eye. Read more about all the upcoming Disney projects that could be cut or delayed due to Disney’s potential financial losses.

Deals on Disney Cruise Vacation

The Disney Cruise Line has already got a bunch of cancelations for upcoming trips past the dates already suspended and the number of bookings has been drastically lower since the situation started to become more of a problem. With every difficulty, however, comes an opportunity for guests who are still willing to risk a little more and go.

Once again, I’m not a medical expert and don’t want to tell you whether to go or not, I’m just sharing with you the fact that some great deals can be had in the meantime.

As with what happened after 9/11 when people were afraid to travel, they already offering some great deals on Disney Cruise bookings for the near-term, and further out. That means you can potentially save hundreds, if not thousands of dollars by booking a package when demand is down.

As people get more and more afraid to travel, we are likely to see more and more deals being offered by Disney and other cruise lines. Even now we are already seeing some of the best prices on Disney Cruises that we’ve ever seen in the Summer and all the way out until Fall 2020.

Even if you don’t want to book a cruise for the next 2 months, if you are willing to bet that the current problem will be behind us by the late Summer or Fall, you can score some really great deals.

Also, there will likely be fewer guests on the ship when you do end up going. That means you will have more space in places like the pool, the spa and entertainment venues. Even booking a reservation at Palo for Brunch will be much easier during this period.

Using a travel agent to book your Disney Cruise can really help you to find the best deals, and is one of the main reasons we recommend them. This can be invaluable to you and really help you save a lot of money.

At worst, if travel continues to decline in the rest of 2020, Disney, as well as other cruise companies, will eventually be forced to reduce the number of itineraries currently scheduled or cancel them altogether. At a certain point, it just doesn’t make sense money-wise for them to keep running a cruise if it’s an almost empty ship. If it gets to that point, however, Disney would then let you postpone your booking beyond the current window, or give you a complete money-back refund.

We will keep an eye on all the deals for Disney Cruises for the rest of the year so stay tuned for more!

Other Tips to Keep in Mind

If you are courageous enough to book a trip in the next few months, then under these circumstances, we feel that travel insurance might be a good option in case your vacation gets canceled or you want to back out (if you can find it). It’s true Disney is offering the possibility to reschedule your cruise, but what about if you need airfare to get to the cruise or if you are staying in a hotel nearby during the same trip?

Make sure you get a policy that has a 100% money-back guarantee. That way no matter what happens between now and the time you leave for your trip you are covered.

Also, we highly recommend using a Disney travel agent when booking your trip. They can help you to deal with any room cancellations for you and will make your life a whole lot easier.

When It Reopens Will It Be Safe?

Whether or not you decide to continue on with your previously planned Disney Cruise vacation or reschedule it for another time is ultimately going to be up to you and your family. Keeping your family safe should be your highest priority and you are the one that is going to have to make that decision in the end.

What we can say is that from our own experience, Disney has the highest reputation in the cruise industry for its ship cleanliness and hygiene methods. When the cruises start sailing once again we believe that Disney will be doing everything possible to make guests feel safe and prevent contamination.

Some of the steps Disney has already taken before the closure included:

• Training crew to follow CDC illness prevention methods.
• Frequent cleaning of “high touch” areas (elevator buttons, doorknobs, railings, etc).
• Extra sanitation measures for children’s facilities, restrooms, kitchens, etc.
• Cleaning of all staterooms twice a day.
• New hand sanitizing stations and sanitizing wipes located in many places onboard.
• Each ship has medical clinics which are staffed with many experienced doctors and nurses.

Disney is one of the most well-respected companies in the cruise industry, and if they open itineraries again, you should be able to proceed knowing they are making the environment as safe as possible.

We’ve always felt safe on Disney vacations either at the resorts or on cruises, just like with our experience during Hurricane Irma in Disney World. They always put guest-safety first.

I would personally be worried about an upcoming cruise right now if I had one planned for April or May. I think those are going to be canceled eventually and I would probably take advantage of the offer from Disney to postpone it until the Summer or Fall.

Whenever you go, you should be cautious. Some situations would call for you to weigh very carefully the decision to go on a cruise immediately or postpone to further out.

For example, if you are older you might be more susceptible to catching illnesses. If you have existing health problems that could be made worse, it might be another reason to not go on a cruise right now. If you have an underlying medical condition, you certainly wouldn’t want to put you or your family at risk.

Also if you are someone who is going to be extremely stressed out during the cruise and not enjoy it, then maybe it would be better to change dates even further out when there is less of a risk. After all, you are spending all that money for an occasion you are supposed to enjoy, you might as well take advantage of the opportunity Disney is giving travelers to change to another date.

Disney Cruise Line Safety Methods/Restrictions

Since January 2020, the Disney Cruise Line has been taking extra precautions to stop the spread of illnesses on its ships. It was clear that the current problem started to become more widespread and Disney acted immediately to ensure the health and safety of its guests and crew members.

The Disney Cruise Line was following guidance from health officials and authorities in all the ports they visited. They also kept guests in the loop by communicating and changes or answering any questions they had.

If you are going on a Disney Cruise in the future, it’s important to know the steps Disney is taking to protect its guests. Here are some of the prevention methods Disney had put into place that you can probably expect to find even once they start sailing again:

Mandatory Temperature Readings – The Disney Cruise Line was screening passengers and crew with no-touch thermometers to see if they have a fever of 100.4º F or higher before boarding the ship. This is the same procedure many airports use. Any potential passengers with flu-like symptoms, fever, a cough or difficulty breathing will not be allowed to board the ship.

Restrictions for Guests Having Visited Infected Areas – The Disney Cruise Line was not allowing guests or crew members to board the ship who had been to high-outbreak areas like mainland China, Iran or Italy in the past 20 days.

Port Restrictions – Ports located in the Bahamas are not allowing guests who have been to mainland China or other high-risk areas in the past 20 days to disembark upon their arrival. This has now carried over to other ports such as Castaway Cay and Jamaica.

Asking for Exposure Information – Disney Cruise Line is also requesting guests to be upfront with them and let them know if you have had “direct physical contact” with anyone suspected of having the sickness before leaving for their vacation. This includes living with or caring for that person.

How To Protect Yourself on a Disney Cruise?

Of course, in the future, if you decide to go on a Disney Cruise or travel in general, there are some basic precautions you should follow which will help you from contracting or spreading illness to others.

• Wash your hands as much as possible. This is the first rule against contracting an illness.
• Disinfecting your surrounding areas with wipes is always a good idea. These high-risk areas could include tables, chairs, door handles, TV’s, etc.
• Keeping a distance of 3-6 feet between you and other guests
• Cover your mouth when sneezing or coughing so as to not spread your germs to others.

For more information on how to protect yourself, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

FAQs

Summary

Ultimately, whether you continue with your Disney Cruise booking when it reopens, choose to get a refund or make a new reservation is totally up to you. We have a high-risk tolerance so when the governments give the green light and Disney starts sailing again, we aren’t going to be overly worried. We wouldn’t reschedule for anything before November or December at this time, but we are very tempted to book one further out seeing the great deals that are out there.

Once again, if you have underlying health issues that could put you at risk of contracting or being severely affected by an illness, or if you are worried about your vacation being postponed again, you may want to wait a bit more to book and see how things shake out.

We can’t make that call for you. You have to do what’s best for you and your family and your health. If however, you do decide to book a Disney Cruise, you might find some serious advantages once they reopen because in the beginning, it will definitely be slower and quieter for you as the guest.

Again, we are living in unprecedented times. We don’t know how long these closures will last and when things will go back to normal. We wish everyone to stay safe as we get through these rocky times and look forward to more fun times ahead in the future.

We will continue to keep you updated though on the Dinsey Cruise Line closure and let you know when there is more news.

Other Disney Closure Guides:

• Disney World Closure – FAQs, Refunds & Updates
• Disneyland World Closure – FAQs, Refunds & Updates
• When is Disney World Reopening?

Your Thoughts

I want to know what you think about the impact of the Disney Cruise Line closure and other Disney destinations…

• Are you worried about an upcoming Disney Cruise Line vacation?
• What should Disney do about it?

Let us know in the comments section below!

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